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YGR → YGP
Which side of the plane to sit from Îles-de-la-Madeleine Airport (Iles De La Madeleine) to Gaspé (Michel-Pouliot) Airport (Gaspe)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this short flight across the Gulf of St. Lawrence, offering a front-row seat to the iconic Percé Rock and Bonaventure Island during the descent into Gaspé.
Magdalene Archipelago
Aerial view of the delicate sand dunes and red sandstone cliffs of the islands immediately after takeoff.
Percé Rock
The massive limestone stack with its famous natural arch, one of the most photographed landmarks in Canada.
Bonaventure Island
A glimpse of the circular island known for hosting one of the world's largest Northern Gannet colonies.
Baie de Gaspé South
The southern shoreline of the deep bay, featuring rugged cliffs and small coastal settlements.
Sit on the left and prepare your camera about 15 minutes before landing. To see Percé Rock in its full glory, aim for a late afternoon flight when the sun hits the orange limestone. Keep your eyes peeled for whale spouts in the Gulf during summer months.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
An expansive view of the deep blue waters that separate the islands from the mainland.
Forillon National Park
The dramatic 'Land's End' where the Appalachian Mountains meet the sea in sharp cliffs.
Cap-des-Rosiers
Views of Canada's tallest lighthouse standing prominently on the northern tip of the peninsula.
Gaspé Bay North Shore
The pristine, forested slopes of the Forillon peninsula as you enter the final approach path.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Forillon National Park cliffs, which are best illuminated during morning flights. This side is typically quieter and provides a better sense of the scale of the boreal wilderness.
Distance: 251 km (156 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: YGR (47.42470169067383, -61.778099060058594)
Arrival: YGP (48.775299072299994, -64.4785995483)
Route Type: Domestic
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